How Lowertown Got Back to Their Origins and Found Indie Magic
Lowertown, a New York-based indie rock duo, found a way to reconnect and revive their friendship while working on their new album, Ugly Duckling Union. After a challenging tour and a period of exhaustion, they returned to their hometown of Atlanta to rediscover their roots. Their journey back to basics led to the creation of new music that reflects their original vision and camaraderie.
- ▪Lowertown is a duo consisting of Olivia Osby and Avsha Weinberg.
- ▪The band took a break after a demanding tour in Europe to reconnect in Atlanta.
- ▪Their new album, Ugly Duckling Union, is their first release in four years.
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